Amusement Device Unit
TN Department of Labor & Workforce DevelopmentAbout Amusement Device Unit of the Workplace Regulations & Compliance Division
Each year, millions of Tennesseans and visitors make their way to amusement parks, carnivals, fairs, zip lines, inflatable devices, haunted houses, etc. The Amusement Device Unit strives to ensure citizens and visitors are safe from harm. Tennessee Law requires amusement device owners and operators to hire qualified inspectors to perform annual inspections, to properly complete state forms and to submit other necessary documentation. Qualified inspectors are also required to follow the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) and/or the Association for Challenge Course Technology (ACCT)** industry standards.
(** In March 2015, the ACCT was approved by the commissioner as a certifying agency. ACCT is approved to inspect Challenge Courses, Zip Lines and Canopy Tours only.)
Contact Us
Amusement Device Unit
(615) 741-1900
(615) 532-1116
Emergency Contact
Mike Hardy, Amusement Device Manager
Mike.Hardy@tn.gov
(615) 426-0497
News and Announcements
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Inside the Amusement Device Unit
Definition
What is an "amusement device"? In order to determine if amusement device companies are required to have an annual permit, the definition of an amusement device must be considered.
Permitting Requirements
Prior to operating any amusement device in Tennessee, the Amusement Device Unit must receive certain documents. Each year, a new inspection report and proper fees must be submitted.
Compliance
View the list of compliant and non-compliant amusement device companies. Tips may be sent if you think an amusement device company is operating in the state without a permit.
Find an Inspector
Tennessee Law requires companies to select qualified inspectors to perform the required inspections. Inspection fees are separate and unrelated to state fees.
Advisory Notices
This page gives various advisory notices concerning amusement devices to raise awareness. Safety Compliance Officers are also listed.
Bulletins, Alerts, and Notices
This page provides links to Amusement Device Bulletins from industry-related resources.
Elevator & Amusement Device Safety Board
The advisory board provides technical expertise, grants or denies requests for variances, and promulgates rules that govern elevators, escalators, amusement devices, etc.
Contact Us
Amusement Device Unit
(615) 741-1900
(615) 532-1116
Emergency Contact
Mike Hardy, Amusement Device Manager
Mike.Hardy@tn.gov
(615) 426-0497